Dodge 2009 Caravan User Manual
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the transaxle into third gear, the transaxle will never shift
above third gear, but can shift down to second or first
gear automatically, when needed.
Switching from ERS to DRIVE can be done at any vehicle
speed. To shift from DRIVE mode to ERS mode, move the
shift lever to the left (-) once. The current gear will be
maintained as the top gear. To disable ERS, simply press
and hold the shift lever to the right (+) until “D” is
displayed in the instrument cluster odometer.
WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a
slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their
grip and the vehicle could skid, causing an accident
or personal injury.
Odometer
Screen Display
1
2
3
4
5
6
D
Actual Gear(s)
Allowed (Six-
Speed Transaxle)
1 1-2 1-3 1-4
1-5
1-6
1-6
Actual Gear(s)
Allowed (Four-
Speed Transaxle)
1 1-2 1-3 1-4 N/A N/A 1–4
NOTE:
To select the proper gear position for maximum
deceleration (engine braking), simply press and hold the
shift lever to the left (-). The transaxle will shift to the
range from which the vehicle can best be slowed down.
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